Summer & Abroad Programs

Plan your summer! Watch this video to start. Below you will find a listing of weblinks for various summer programs and summer camp opportunities offered in Texas, out-of-state, and around the world. For study abroad options check out our Health Professions Study Abroad Guide.

OUT OF STATE PROGRAMS

Students who meet the following eligibility requirements may be accepted at one of our 12 medical and dental institutions:

Be currently enrolled as a freshman or sophomore in college;

Have a minimum overall GPA of 2.5;

Be a U.S. citizen or hold a permanent resident visa; and

Not have previously participated in SHPEP.

SHPEP is implemented at 12 program sites (80 students per site) across the nation. Each program site provides scholars with academic enrichment in the basic sciences and math, clinical experiences, career development activities, learning and study skills seminars, and a financial planning workshop

AAMC Summer Medical Education Program** **This program is offered at eleven different sites around the country. Each school is listed individually on this webage. Click here for a complete information.

The Summer Explore MED offers students an intense two-week residential program of classroom and first-hand learning. Best suited for undergraduate sophomores and juniors, but is also beneficial for anyone contemplating a career in healthcare.

INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS

The international opportunities listed below are for general information purposes only. While we endeavor to keep the information accurate and up-to-date, we offer no guarantees of any kind about the quality, suitability or availability of the programs listed. Students are encouraged to investigate carefully any program under consideration.